Nothing Phone (3) vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 77/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5150); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 2,371,693); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3)
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 2371693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2162
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6847
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5150 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 9 points higher (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3) — 68/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (85/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3) | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2371693 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2162 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6847 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3) and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Nothing Phone (3) by 36.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (85/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 edges out the Nothing Phone (3) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.